Blending the Family
Ways to make your new family a cohesive unit.
Assigning Chores  When you're building a newly blended family, household chores are one tool you can use to get everyone on the same team. Blending Families So Kids Aren't Casualties  Taking your blended family from a group of strangers living as roommates to a loving family unit isn't easy, but it does require the help of all the adults involved! Chores and Cooperation in the Blended Family  Cooperation in the home requires relationships built on respect and communication. This article discusses some ways to deal with responsibility issues. Combining Traditions  Blending families often means blending traditions. The holidays are just around the corner -- are you ready to welcome new ideas into your home? Explanation Required  How to proceed when your younger children start questioning how everything fits together in your blended family. Holiday Rules for Moms and Dads  The holidays are coming; here are some tips to help you make the most of the shared holidays when you're stressed about custody. Model the Way for Your Stepchild  Be the person you want your children to be. Kids imitate the behavior of their parents and stepparents...good or bad. What you do is more important than you may realize. Navigating Disciplinary Minefields with Stepkids  Discipline in the blended family: tips to blending your styles as you blend your family. Starting a Stepfamily of My Own  My personal journey to becoming a stepparent.
Stepmom's Club  Membership in the stepmother's club is different than that of other organizations. You are in a position of instant leadership. Stepparenting 101  A stepparenting reality check...remembering what you signed up for! When a Stepparent Needs Help  Seeking outside help with the creation and maintance of a strong blended family is a sign of strength. This article helps in identifying the indicators that it may be time to reach out. Your Kid, My Stepkid, Your Problem  Is checking-out of your parental role a good decision? This article looks at whether you may be sending the wrong message to your husband and the children you are attempting to create a family with. Stepparenting Homepage | Editor's Picks Articles | Top Ten Articles | Stepparenting Site Map
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